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Erik Brockholz
The right coffee for your portafilter
You can no longer only find them in the hip cafés of St. Pauli, but also increasingly in the cozy kitchens of Hamburg: the portafilter machine. Why? Quite simply, because portafilter coffee tastes really good. What you need to look out for and valuable tips for your portafilter coffee can be found here - have fun!
Erik Brockholz
The roasting levels of coffee - from light to dark
This week in our coffee cosmos we're talking about the roasting levels of coffee. We'll take our time and explain the different colours of coffee, the different roasting levels and how we decide how each coffee bean is roasted. So let yourself be taken on an aromatic expedition through the world of coffee!
Erik Brockholz
Coffee from Brazil: A journey through diversity and quality
No other country has left such a lasting mark on global coffee culture as Brazil. The South American nation, known for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant rhythms, also has an unmistakable influence in the world of coffee. Find out more about coffee from Brazil here!
Erik Brockholz
How to dose coffee correctly - we'll show you how to do it and why it's important!
In our seminars we always explain that scales are a must when preparing coffee. We find the information "how many spoons should I put in" or "how many coffee scoops" simply too imprecise. Especially since the dosage of your coffee has a decisive influence on the taste profile, you should not take it lightly.
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